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Brandon Wayne Smith

Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery
Neurosurgery

Overview


I'm a neurosurgeon with advanced training in peripheral nerve surgery. I treat surgical nerve issues in both the upper and lower extremities. My main interest is in regenerative nerve surgery focused on improving physical function. 

In research and academics, I'm most interested in teaching and advancing treatment techniques and outcome optimization. 

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery · 2024 - Present Neurosurgery, Neurosurgery

In the News


Published February 11, 2022
Nerve Transfer Surgery Relieves Pain, Restores Function Lost to Nerve Damage

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Recent Publications


Core outcomes in nerve surgery: development of a core outcome set for common peroneal (fibular) neuropathy.

Journal Article J Neurosurg · February 1, 2025 OBJECTIVE: Common peroneal (fibular) neuropathy is the most common mononeuropathy of the lower extremity. Despite this, there are surprisingly few studies on the topic, and a knowledge gap remains in the literature. As one attempts to address this knowledg ... Full text Link to item Cite

Core outcomes in nerve surgery: development of a core outcome set for brachial plexus and upper extremity nerve injuries.

Journal Article J Neurosurg · August 1, 2024 OBJECTIVE: When considering traumatic brachial plexus and upper extremity nerve injuries, iatrogenic nerve injuries, and nontraumatic nerve injuries, brachial plexus and upper extremity nerve injuries are commonly encountered in clinical practice. Despite ... Full text Link to item Cite

Core outcomes in nerve surgery: development of a core outcome set for ulnar neuropathy at the elbow.

Journal Article J Neurosurg · February 1, 2024 OBJECTIVE: Ulnar neuropathy at the elbow (UNE) is common, affecting 1%-6% of the population. Despite this, there remains a lack of consensus regarding optimal treatment. This is primarily due to the difficulty one encounters when trying to assess the liter ... Full text Link to item Cite
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Education, Training & Certifications


University of Michigan, Ann Arbor · 2013 M.D.